1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 526 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Quest |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |