1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 491 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
