2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Volvo 480

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 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 208 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480. 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 1990 Volvo 480. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 480 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 1990 Volvo 480
Make Nissan Volvo
Model Armada 480
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1721 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2510 mm


 

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