1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa, 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Violet | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Verossa |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |