1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 71 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Coronet | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
