1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 390 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Yaris |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4299 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |