1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 33 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 559 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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
