1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
