1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 100 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Violet | Equator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
