2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1135 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Violet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
