1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 28 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 715 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Signum |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
