1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 393 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
