2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
