2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
