1975 Nissan Violet vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 867 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Violet | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Violet | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
