1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 592 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
