1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |