2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 452 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
