1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 19 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
