1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sedan | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
