2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 23 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
