1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 439 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stanza | RVR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
