1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | Armada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |