1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
