1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 785 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Stanza | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2837 mm |
