2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 211 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
