1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 772 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon. 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 GMC Typhoon | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Typhoon | Armada |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |