1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 764 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Stanza | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Stanza | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |