1950 MG TD vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 567 kg more than 1950 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Armada |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3140 mm |
