1980 Nissan Violet vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, both 1980 Nissan Violet and 1980 Renault Fuego were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Violet | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Violet | Fuego |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |