2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo 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 279 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2040 mm |
