1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 16 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 649 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
