2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 354 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
