1997 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
