2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
