1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 455 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
