2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 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 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Nissan | Talbot |
Model | Quest | 2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |