1991 Subaru XT vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 212 kg more than 1991 Subaru XT.
Because 1991 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru XT 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, 1991 Subaru XT (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru XT | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | XT | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
