2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 343 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
