1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 895 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
