1970 Audi Variant vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Variant | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
