2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 384 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Nissan | Tatra |
Model | Armada | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |