1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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 1984 Toyota Camry. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Camry | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Camry | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |