1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
