1982 Nissan Stanza vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 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 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Stanza | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
