1999 Nissan Primera vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 13 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 224 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, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
