2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 503 kg more than 1977 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
