1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 24 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Spyker C8 weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Spyker |
| Model | Violet | C8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
