2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
