1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Scoupe 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 203 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Scoupe | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
