1976 Nissan Violet vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Suzuki Reno (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Violet | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Violet | Reno |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
