2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 374 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 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
