1970 Honda Z vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda Z | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |