1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
