2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1257 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Violet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2460 mm |
