2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana 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 182 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Perdana weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Nissan | Proton |
Model | Armada | Perdana |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |