1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Land Cruiser | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |