1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1457 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
