1985 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 638 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Stanza | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Stanza | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
