1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 159 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Armada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
