1953 Buick 40 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
