1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1987 Nissan Silvia is newer by 8 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 245 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stanza | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
