2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1135 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
