2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica 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 267 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1801 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2170 mm |
