1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Quest |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 314 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |