2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
