1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 290 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Stanza | Superb |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
