2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 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 (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 911 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 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
