1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 780 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
