1982 Nissan Stanza vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 525 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Stanza | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Stanza | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
