2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
