1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 599 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Corvette | Violet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
