1980 Nissan Violet vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Violet weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Violet | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
