1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
