1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 345 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
