1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 511 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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3193 mm |
