1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 414 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Stanza | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2416 mm |
