2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair 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 206 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 312 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. 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 1992 Ford Corsair. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Armada | Corsair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |