1976 Ford Torino vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Torino. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
