1981 Porsche 930 vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza. 1982 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 930 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |