1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 34 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1604 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stanza | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
