1989 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 797 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | V8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
