2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 311 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
