1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
