1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 83 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
