1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Stanza | 164 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3350 mm |
