2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 24 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 515 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
