2002 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Stanza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |