1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Armada |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3129 mm |