2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 111 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 618 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
