1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 400 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
