1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stanza | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
