1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 171 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun Violet has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
