1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 394 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
