1980 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 888 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Violet | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Violet | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
