1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
