2009 Toyota Venza vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Venza | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Venza | Stanza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |