2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 636 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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
