1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 915 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
