1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 18 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 430 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
