1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | RS 200 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |