1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1101 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 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Violet | Pilot |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |