1982 Nissan Stanza vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 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 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Stanza | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Stanza | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |