2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 26 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 331 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
