1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 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, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 129 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stanza | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
