2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 790 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
