2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 404 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
