1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 54 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |