2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 515 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 1974 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Premacy | Violet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
