1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 350 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, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | Violet | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2930 mm |
