2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 67 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
