1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 29 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, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | iQ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
