2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica 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 279 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 764 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 Toyota Publica. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
