1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 264 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
