1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 24 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Stanza | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
