1996 Honda CRX vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Violet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
