2004 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Stanza |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |