2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
