1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
