1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 961 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Stanza | SRX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
