2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
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, 2008 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Violet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
