2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica 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 120 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
