1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1177 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2855 mm |
