2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Armada | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
