2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 824 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
