1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
