2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 56 L |
