2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1967 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 692 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1967 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Qashqai | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
