2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 614 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
