2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 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 114 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 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 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 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 | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
