2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1300 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayenne | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 578 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2480 mm |
