1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (416 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
