1970 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 82 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Armada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
