1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Stanza | 993 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
