2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Armada | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
