2001 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 314 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.
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, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Violet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
