1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 28 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 489 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Stanza | ION |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
