1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 656 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Violet | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Violet | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |