2005 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 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 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 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 |
