1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1155 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
