2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Armada | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |