1977 Nissan Violet vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
