1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 32 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 70 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Violet | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
