2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 667 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Qashqai | 305 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
