1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 37 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
