1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (136 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 554 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 Volvo S60 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Stanza | S60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| 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 | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
