2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1977 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
