1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Laser is newer by 8 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 180 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, 1986 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
