1993 Ford Orion vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 15 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), 1993 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 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 | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
