1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 307 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 Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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 Sonic | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stanza | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
