1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1942 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Armada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
