1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Stanza | 240 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
