1970 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 732 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S800 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 1970 Honda S800. 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 (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 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:
1970 Honda S800 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S800 | Quest |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |