2003 Nissan Quest vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Quest | VIP |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
