1996 Toyota Century vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Toyota Century is newer by 15 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Century 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 1996 Toyota Century. 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Century | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Century | Stanza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |