2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Quest | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
