2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
