2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Armada | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
