1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 835 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Violet | LR2 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |