1997 Ford Royale vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
