1988 Toyota Model F vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1988 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Model F | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Model F | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
