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1986Compact CarsRegular

1986 Nissan Stanza

EPA ID: 1967

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City MPG

Combined MPG

21MPG· Average

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1986 Nissan Stanza achieves an EPA-estimated 21 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 20 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 3-spd, this compact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1986 Stanza produces approximately 423 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Stanza has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $3,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassCompact Cars

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine2L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions423 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,850

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $3,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

21.6

Impact vs EPA

$-72

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$580/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$14,000

40.2%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$12,500

35.9%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,900

22.7%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.1%

Total 5-Year Cost$34,800

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #90V072000·1990-06-25

advisory

Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.

Campaign #86V101000·1986-09-30

critical

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

IF A CERTAIN TYPE OF REAR END COLLISION OCCURS, THE EDGE OF A WELDED BRACKET ON THE FLOOR PANEL SUBFRAME MAY PIERCE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FUEL LEAKAGE WOULD OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. VEHICLES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 301.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

84.6 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 105 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 7.1 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.