1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 389 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 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
