1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 298 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 626. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |