1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel GT weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2007 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
