1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
