1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1633 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Violet | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
