1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 82 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1625 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
