1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 895 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Impala | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Stanza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |