1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 99 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, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
