1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 775 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
