2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 171 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
