1968 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S600 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
