1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 154 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
