1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1112 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 1973 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
