2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 148 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Armada | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 91 L |
