2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 73 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 794 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
