2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 212 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
