1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1435 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Violet | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
