2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3230 mm |
