1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 945 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Stanza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |