1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1979 Nissan Violet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph TR5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Violet | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
