1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 7 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
