1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 947 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Fellow | Armada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3140 mm |
