2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser 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 144 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 404 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Quest | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
