1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 38 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 (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 677 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.
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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Violet | G25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
