1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 11 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
