1962 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 341 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Volvo P 1800 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 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo P 1800 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | P 1800 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
