2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 22 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
