1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 449 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
