1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 449 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stanza | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
