2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Quest | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
