2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
