1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 282 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Lantis | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Lantis | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |