2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 143 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 248 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |