1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vega | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
