1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 732 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
