1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Stanza | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3048 mm |
