1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 599 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 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
