1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1887 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2013 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3130 mm |
