1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
