1973 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | SP2 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
