2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
