1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
