1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 19 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 484 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
