1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 16 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 255 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
