2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 810 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 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
