1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 45 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Stanza | 305 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
