1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Stanza | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Stanza | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |