2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1544 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
