1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 459 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Violet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
