1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 194 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | Quest |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |