1974 Nissan Violet vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 120 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Volvo 120 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Violet | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
