2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. 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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
