2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 768 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Quest | Trident |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
