1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 565 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Violet | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
