1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 731 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
