1988 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 598 kg more than 1988 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | V8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
