2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 438 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
