2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 438 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
