1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 106 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 1985 Pontiac Fiero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Fiero | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Fiero | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
