2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
