2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 507 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Quest | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Quest | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |