1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 323 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Stanza | XT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
