2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 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 256 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
