1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 35 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 350 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Stanza | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
