1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 362 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Crown | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Crown | Quest |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |