1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 6 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
