1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 677 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Super 5 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
