2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 26 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
