2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 58 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Qashqai 1989 Toyota Corolla
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Qashqai Corolla
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Crossover Sedan
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 3 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2440 mm


 

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