1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 281 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Stanza | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
