Golden Armour vs New Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 23.4, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. New Gold is noticeably lighter, much more muted, cooler than Golden Armour.

Can I use New Gold instead of Golden Armour?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 23). New Gold is noticeably lighter, much more muted, cooler than Golden Armour.

Can I use Golden Armour instead of New Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Golden Armour is noticeably darker, much more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.