1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 985 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
