1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 371 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stanza | A |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
