1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 595 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2788 mm |
