1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Stanza | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
