2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 232 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 313 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
