1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 807 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Violet | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2797 mm |
