1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 155 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-4 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
