1977 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1977 Pontiac Sunbird and 1977 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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. 1977 Nissan Violet has automatic transmission and 1977 Pontiac Sunbird has manual transmission. 1977 Pontiac Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Violet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Sunbird | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Violet |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
