1990 Subaru XT vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru XT | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | XT | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
