1978 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 191 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1978 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Violet | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Violet | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |