1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1115 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stanza | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
