2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 28 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1645 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 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Violet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
