1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 410 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Violet | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
