1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 543 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 Touran (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Touran |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
