2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX 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 (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
