1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 338 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, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | RS 200 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 191 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 | 1520 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 |