1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 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 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 364 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
