1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Stanza | 408 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
