2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 504 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1779 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
