1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1255 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
