1986 Subaru XT vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 153 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | XT | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
