1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 627 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Violet | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2731 mm |
