1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 820 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
