2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Alero | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
