2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 222 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
