2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 197 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2366 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2320 mm |