1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 749 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
