2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
