1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
