1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 440 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Stanza | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Stanza | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |