2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 221 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
