1992 Nissan Stanza Review

A well-built and reliable car

Written by: stanzafan on 03/10/2008

Vehicle

1992 Nissan Stanza 4 Dr XE Sedan

Review

This car has over 201,000 miles, and had very few problems until very recently like water pump and radiator, and the o-ring on the distributor shaft. Over 16 years, these plastic and rubber parts have become brittle and need to be replaced. But overall reliability has been remarkable. After some cleaning/servicing, it runs quite smoothly, not less than it was new.

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Suggested Improvements

The flex exhaust pipe got in the way of the oil pan, and the material for the pipe is not durable. The material for the radiator disintegrates after 16 years (cracks all over).

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Low maintenance vehicle

Written by: zzyzzyva on 04/29/2004

Vehicle

1992 Nissan Stanza 4 Dr XE Sedan

Review

This car has been outstanding from the maintenance viewpoint. Replacing an alternator at 160,000 miles, air- conditioner compressor at 157,000 miles, and had cruise control problems at 140,000 miles. Otherwise, just changing the oil every 3,000 miles and replecing battery and plugs, hoses and belts is the extent of maintenance I've done. I wouldn't be afraid to take off today and drive across the U.S. in it. It's been and remains a great car. I now have a 2000 Maxima that I think is another winner.

Favorite Features

Low maintenance costs; great gas mileage; superb acceleration

Suggested Improvements

Better road noise isolation

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the nissan advantage!!

Written by: gatekeepa1 on 03/22/2004

Vehicle

1992 Nissan Stanza 4 Dr XE Sedan

Review

I bought my stanza brand new off the showroom floor. 14 years & 216,000 miles later, this car is still running strong. I replaced the clutch at 207,000 miles, and aside from that, I've not had to perform any repairs. Honda and Toyota boast reliable products, but nissan offers the same, as well as, better styling and most of all affordability.

Favorite Features

virtually maintenance free drivetrain, even though I didn't always follow the regularly schedule maintenance requirements. very peppy engine for a 4 cylinder.

Suggested Improvements

cabin insulation could stand to be improved upon....too much road and wind noise at highway speeds.

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Great car

Written by: t-chief on 04/29/2003

Vehicle

1992 Nissan Stanza 4 Dr XE Sedan

Review

Have had this car for over 12 years. It's the best car I have ever owned. Have only put tires, brakes, and a battery in it. Well, I had to put gas in it too.

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IT JUST WON'T DIE!!

Written by: john on 01/18/2003

Vehicle

1992 Nissan Stanza 4 Dr XE Sedan

Review

Over ten years later with over 155,000 miles and the the only maintenance performed was the normal maintenace. Just change the oil every 3,000 miles and the car will still beat other cars in pickup taking off from a redligth. I am so impressed with Nissan that I just purchased 1992 Nissan 240 SX Limited Edtion Convertible for the fun of having a convertible. It still has the original muffler! Nissan is reliable, dependable and sharp looking for the money. The Stanza was in the same class as the Accord and Camry. But they were charging more money with less options in their cars. GO NISSAN!!!

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