2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 844 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
