2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
