1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Violet | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
