2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 230 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
