1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
