1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 952 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Armada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3130 mm |