1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1980 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
