1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1566 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3023 mm |
