2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 243 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 1984 Toyota Corolla
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Armada Corolla
Year Released 2009 1984
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 70 L


 

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