1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1284 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stanza | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2954 mm |
