1969 Mini Clubman 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 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. 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 Mini Clubman. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mini Clubman | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Clubman | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |