1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1484 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Stanza | X5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2934 mm |
