1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Violet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
