1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 250 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Stanza | 964 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
