1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Violet | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
