2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1517 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2410 mm |
