1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Stanza | 928 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
