1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 469 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3160 mm |
