2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 216 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
