1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 322 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |