1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Celica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |