1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
