1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 704 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 1973 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercury |
| Model | Violet | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
