1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 164 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
