1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 62 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
