2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1973 Nissan President

To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President 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 131 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 711 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Quest 1973 Nissan President
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Quest President
Year Released 2006 1973
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3507 cc 2973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2316 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2860 mm


 

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