1971 Buick GS vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 756 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Armada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
