1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 403 kg more than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Quest |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |