1973 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1980 Nissan Violet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Violet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
