1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
