2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 439 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
