1997 Honda Today vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 402 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Armada |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |