1982 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa 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 264 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1982 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1982 Kia Brisa 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:
1982 Kia Brisa | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Brisa | Armada |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3140 mm |