2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 694 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. 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 (304 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Quest | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
