1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 67 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 869 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
