1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Nissan Violet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 271 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
