1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 33 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | Splash |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
