1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 223 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 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | RunX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
