2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Qashqai | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
