2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 588 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | Stanza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |