2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 160 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 248 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
