2006 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 639 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
