1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 515 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
