1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
