2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 515 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2410 mm |
