1998 Nissan Primera vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 18 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. Both 1998 Nissan Primera and 1980 Nissan Stanza are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 205 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
