1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
