1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Proton Arena is newer by 27 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Arena weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Stanza | Arena |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
