2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 197 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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 1968 Toyota Crown. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Qashqai | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
