2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 795 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
