1975 Holden Torana vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
