1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 20 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 490 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, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Violet | 850 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
