2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 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 134 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 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 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Quest | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
