1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 764 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 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Violet | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3048 mm |
