1974 Nissan Violet vs. 1984 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1984 Nissan Stanza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 58 kg more than 1984 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 1984 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
