1959 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Popular | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |