1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 829 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Violet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
