1983 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
