Violet
The 1977 Nissan Violet is a compact sedan produced by Nissan, marking the beginning of the model's second generation. Launched in May 1977, this version featured increased dimensions and a more streamlined design compared to its predecessor. It was offered in various configurations, including sedan and hardtop coupe, and was equipped with inline four-cylinder engines, notably the LZ18 engine of 1,991 cm³ producing over 200 horsepower. The 1977 Violet also achieved notable success in competition, winning the 12th Southern Cross Rally in Australia in 1977. (nissan-global.com)
Variants by year
1981
1980
1977
1973
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The 1977 Nissan Violet is a compact sedan produced by Nissan, marking the beginning of the model's second generation. Launched in May 1977, this version featured increased dimensions and a more streamlined design compared to its predecessor. It was offered in various configurations, including sedan and hardtop coupe, and was equipped with inline four-cylinder engines, notably the LZ18 engine of 1,991 cm³ producing over 200 horsepower. The 1977 Violet also achieved notable success in competition, winning the 12th Southern Cross Rally in Australia in 1977. (nissan-global.com)
History
The Nissan Violet was introduced in January 1973 as a smaller version of the Datsun Bluebird 610, sold internationally as the Datsun 140J/160J, except in the United States where it was marketed simply as the Datsun 710. Initially, the Violet was available in two-door sedan, two-door coupe, four-door fastback, as well as wagon and van versions. In May 1977, the second generation of the Violet was launched, featuring increased dimensions and a more streamlined design. This generation also saw the introduction of two derivative versions: the Nissan Auster and the Nissan Stanza, all three bearing the A10 series identifier. Production of the Violet continued until 1992, with later versions offering inline four-cylinder engines, notably the L20B engine of 1,952 cm³ producing 200 horsepower. The Violet also achieved success in competition, winning the 12th Southern Cross Rally in Australia in 1977. (nissan-global.com)
Generations
The Nissan Violet underwent several generations since its introduction in 1973. The first generation, produced from 1973 to 1977, was available in two-door sedan, two-door coupe, four-door fastback, as well as wagon and van versions. In May 1977, the second generation was launched, bearing the A10 series identifier. This generation was offered in three versions: the Nissan Violet, the Nissan Auster, and the Nissan Stanza, each targeting a specific market segment. Production of the Violet continued until 1992, with later versions offering inline four-cylinder engines, notably the L20B engine of 1,952 cm³ producing 200 horsepower. (nissan-global.com)
Key differences
Compared to its predecessor, the 1977 Nissan Violet featured increased dimensions and a more streamlined design. It was equipped with inline four-cylinder engines, notably the LZ18 engine of 1,991 cm³ producing over 200 horsepower. The 1977 Violet also achieved notable success in competition, winning the 12th Southern Cross Rally in Australia in 1977. (nissan-global.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a 1977 Nissan Violet, look for the following features: - **Dimensions**: Length of 4,120 mm, width of 1,780 mm, and height of 1,400 mm. - **Wheelbase**: 2,450 mm. - **Curb weight**: 960 kg. - **Engine**: LZ18 inline four-cylinder engine, 1,991 cm³, producing over 200 horsepower. - **Design**: More streamlined design compared to the first generation. These distinctive features can help identify a 1977 Nissan Violet. (nissan-global.com)
Important versions
The 1977 Nissan Violet was offered in various configurations, including sedan and hardtop coupe. It was equipped with inline four-cylinder engines, notably the LZ18 engine of 1,991 cm³ producing over 200 horsepower. The 1977 Violet also achieved notable success in competition, winning the 12th Southern Cross Rally in Australia in 1977. (nissan-global.com)
References
- Nissan Violet 1977Nissan
- https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/HERITAGE_COLLECTION/violet_1980.htmlnissan-global.com
- https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/HERITAGE_COLLECTION/violet_1978.htmlnissan-global.com
- https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/HERITAGE_COLLECTION/violet.htmlnissan-global.com
- https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/HERITAGE_COLLECTION/violet_1979.htmlnissan-global.com
- https://www.nissanclub.cz/model/nissan-stanza-violet-31nissanclub.cz
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Nissan Violet produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1973 - 1981.