2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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 193 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 674 kg more than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 192 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |