2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 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 86 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1993 Toyota MR2. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
