1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1979 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stanza | 88 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
