2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Armada | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |