1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Stanza | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Stanza | V50 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |