1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 245 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
