1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 569 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
