2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 26 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 378 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
