2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 306 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
