1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang 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 151 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 724 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Quest |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |