1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 9 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 759 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
