1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 789 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
