1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1376 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 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
