2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 568 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
