2004 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 26 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1064 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
