1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
