1982 Nissan Stanza vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 990 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Stanza | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Stanza | Murano |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |