1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 159 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
