1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 151 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 721 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Quest |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
