1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 542 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | SP2 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
