2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 469 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
