2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Qashqai | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
