1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza. 1999 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Stanza | Joice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
