1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 659 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
