1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
