2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 175 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Armada | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 36 L |
