2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 204 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
