1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1816 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Stanza | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
