2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1901 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
