2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Quest | 304 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
