1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 863 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 350 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 984 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Violet | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Nissan | Koenigsegg |
Model | Violet | Agera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |