1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
