1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 470 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, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Megane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
