2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
