2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1025 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
