1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 176 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Armada |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |