1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 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 120 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. 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 1987 Alpine V6. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3140 mm |
