2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 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 207 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
