1985 Nissan Stanza vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Stanza | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
