2003 Mazda Demio vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 17 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, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Demio weights approximately 24 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
