2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1740 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 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2480 mm |
