1997 Kia Retona vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 915 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
