1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 594 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Stanza | Colorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |