2011 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1545 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 2011 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Armada | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2480 mm |
