1977 Nissan Violet vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Violet | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Carina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |