2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1560 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
