2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 915 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 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
