2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona 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 166 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 860 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Quest | Persona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
