2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 32 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 612 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
