2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 30 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 895 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sebring | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
