1988 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 542 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
