1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 392 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Avensis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |