1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 319 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
Model | Sapphire | Terrano |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |