1987 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Violet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
