1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 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 216 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
