1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 125 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, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
