2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
