1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
