2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle 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 281 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1961 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
