2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 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 98 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 768 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Armada | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
