1978 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, 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 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Violet | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Violet | C8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
