1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 44 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stanza | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
