2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 760 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 46 L |
