1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1978 Mazda RX-7 and 1978 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
