1994 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 279 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-3 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
