2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
