1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 495 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Stanza | 75 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
