1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger 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 86 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |