2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 519 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Armada | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
