2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 478 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
