1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 776 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Violet | Charger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3048 mm |