2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 845 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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
