1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Quest |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |