1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
