1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 15 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 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 545 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Stanza | 960 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
