2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 28 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 779 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
