1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Violet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
