1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1895 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stanza | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3400 mm |
