1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 740 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stanza | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
