1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
