1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 670 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 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
