1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 565 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Stanza | 996 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
