1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 410 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | Violet | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
