2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 35 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
