2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
