1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 13 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 376 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Violet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
