1980 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 822 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Violet | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Violet | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
