1986 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica 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 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Celica | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Celica | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |