1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 24 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 676 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 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Stanza | Murano |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |