1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
