1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stanza | B |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
