2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 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 273 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 440 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Armada | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |