2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 212 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
