1976 Toyota Publica vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
