2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Muse | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
