1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
