1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1315 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Stanza | T5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |