1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 468 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stanza | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
