2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
