1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 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, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
