1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 300 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, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
