1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1981 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1981 Mazda Cosmo and 1981 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 123 kg more than 1981 Nissan Violet.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1981 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Violet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
