2010 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 424 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
