2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1979 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Armada | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
