2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Quest | 404 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
