2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 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 151 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | 6000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |