1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 575 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stanza | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
