2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 206 kg more than 1980 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 (149 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
