1990 Lexus LS vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
