2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 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 238 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 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 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Armada | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |