2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | B2300 | Violet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |