2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
