1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover | Violet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |