1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 181 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
