2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 205 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 879 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Armada | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
