1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 702 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Stanza | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
