2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 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. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2255 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
