1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Armada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
