1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1985 Renault Siete
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Violet weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete, 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 1985 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Violet | Siete |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
