1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |
