2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 251 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 696 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1272 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
