1983 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Quest |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |