2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 890 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Quest | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |
