1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 17 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), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 104 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-3 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 106 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |