1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1031 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
