1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Micra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |