1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 4 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
