2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
