2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra 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 39 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 756 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Supra 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 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
