1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 275 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Datsun | De Tomaso |
| Model | Violet | Guara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
