1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Stanza | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
