2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 356 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |
