2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 92 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
