2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 750 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
