1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 395 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
