1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 31 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1450 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, 2008 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stanza | Versa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
