2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
