1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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. Both 1979 Nissan Stanza and 2006 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 249 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 Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Stanza | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |