1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 673 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Armada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |
