1998 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 692 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Starlet | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
