1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1977 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
