1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit, 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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Summit | Violet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
