1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 434 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
