2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios II | Violet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
