2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1515 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
