1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 425 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
