1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 605 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Stanza | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Stanza | 407 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |