2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT 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 183 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru XT weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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 (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | XT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
