1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 15 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 782 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stanza | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
