1998 Ford Royale vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3129 mm |
