1997 Ford Contour vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
