1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 592 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |
