1995 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale 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 147 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
