1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1735 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Stanza | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3820 mm |
