1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1659 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Violet | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3099 mm |