1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 252 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1553 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
