1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet APV (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
