1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
