2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 775 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
