1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 645 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 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti J30 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | J30 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
