1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 420 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SE | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
