1958 Holden FE vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 248 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Holden FE 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 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FE | Quest |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |