2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 133 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 1984 Nissan Cedric. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Cedric. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Cedric 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1984 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
