2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang 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 162 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 884 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
