2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 682 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Floride 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Qashqai | Floride |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |