1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Stanza | 240 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
