2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 158 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Quest | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |