2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 23 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS-V | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
