1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 804 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
