1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 100 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Armada |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |