1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1984 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1984 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 298 kg more than 1984 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1984 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
