2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 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 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
