1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Corsair. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Corsair | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Corsair | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 65 L |