1991 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 232 kg more than 1991 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Century 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 1991 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Century | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Century | Quest |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3000 mm |