1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Meteor | Stanza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |