2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1094 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | Stanza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |