2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Qashqai | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |