1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |