2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
