1970 Buick GS vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Armada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
