1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 162 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
