1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 553 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
