2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 272 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Qashqai | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
