1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1994 Toyota Century
To start off, 1994 Toyota Century is newer by 17 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 845 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1994 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
