1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 26 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), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 438 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
