2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 337 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |
