2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America

To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 845 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 1958 Talbot Lago America
Make Nissan Talbot
Model Quest Lago America
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Size 3507 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 81 HP
Torque 328 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2510 mm


 

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