2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 16 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 787 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
